1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Galaxie | A8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2992 mm |
